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Magnet Programs OfficePhone: 980-343-5030

[email protected]/magnets

Career and Technical Education OfficePhone: 980-343-5686

www.cms.k12.nc.us/cmsdepartments/ci/cte/Pages/

Student Placement Office1600 Tyvola Road

Charlotte, NC 28210Phone: 980-343-5335

[email protected]/cmsdepartments/StudentPlacement

School Options, Innovation & DesignPhone: 980-343-5030

www.cms.k12.nc.us/cmsdepartments/schoptions/pages

In compliance with federal law, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability. Every Child. Every Day. For a Better Tomorrow.

SCHOOL OPTIONS GUIDE2015-2016

School Options

CMS is committed to providing every family and every student at least two high-quality school options. In addition to neighborhood schools, CMS offers a number of school options, each with a signature theme or program that provides unique educational opportunities designed to engage students’ interests and talents. CMS school options include magnet programs, career academies, early and middle colleges, and other distinctive school models. Each option focuses on ensuring students are prepared for college and a career, while exposing students to different learning approaches, leadership preparation, and engaging curriculum. The school options listed in this Guide are accessed using the district’s school options lottery. Families and students should follow the lottery application process to express interest in a school option and apply for a seat in a school options program.

Office of School Options, Innovation & Design

The Office of School Options, Innovation & Design (SOID) includes Magnet Programs and Career and Technical Education (CTE). We support principals and schools to design unique learning opportunities that leverage technology, advance 21st century learning skills, and prepare students for college and a career. Our goal is to increase the number and variety of high-quality academic options across the district to provide greater choice in public education and promote excellence in student achievement and growth.

Choose your Learning Experience Applying to a School Options ProgramKEY DATES

* For more information on the Reassignment/Transfer process, please see the Guidelines & Procedures section of this Guide or visit www.cms.k12.nc.us/cmsdepartments/StudentPlacement.

Last week of Nov. 2014First Lottery Instruction letters begin arriving in homes for enrolled students

Second week of Feb. 2015First Lottery Notification letters begin arriving in homes

June 5, 2015 at 10:00pmLast day for all students to apply for the Second Lottery

Dec. 5, 2014Students may begin applying for the First Lottery

Dec. 5, 2014 - Mar. 20, 2015Request for Reassignment* period for First Lottery

June 22 - July 16, 2015Request for Reassignment* period for the Second Lottery

Jan. 10, 2015School Options Fair at Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology (9 am to 1 pm)

Mar. 9, 2015Students may begin applying for the Second Lottery

Last week of June 2015Second Lottery Notification letters begin arriving in homes

Jan. 12, 2015Last day for new students to enroll and be eligible for the First Lottery

Second week of Mar. 2015Second Lottery Instruction letters begin arriving in homes for enrolled students

Dec. 5, 2014 - July 16, 2015Request for Transfer* period (current CMS students and students who future enrolled by January 12, 2015)

Jan. 26, 2015 at 10:00pmLast day for all students to apply for the First Lottery

May 15, 2015Last day for new students to enroll and be eligible for the Second Lottery

Feb. 23 - May 29, 2015Request for Transfer* period (students who future enrolled after January 12, 2015)

2015 - 2016 School Options Guide 1

All data reflects information for the 2013-14 school year unless noted otherwise.

Our StudentsTotal number of students enrolled (K-12) ................... 142,634Kindergarten-grade 5 ...................................................... 70,832Grades 6-8.......................................................................... 32,832Grades 9-12 ....................................................................... 38,970

Our SchoolsTotal number of schools .........................................................160Elementary schools ..................................................................89Middle schools ..........................................................................39High schools ..............................................................................28Alternative schools .....................................................................4

School Options (Upcoming 2015-2016 School Year)Number of schools offering Option programs ......................52Number of School Option Themes .........................................11Number of Magnet Schools .....................................................47Number of Early and Middle Colleges .....................................4Number of Schools offering CTE Options ..............................4

Student Ethnic DistributionAmerican Indian/multiracial .................................................3%Asian..........................................................................................5%African-American ................................................................ 42%Hispanic ................................................................................. 18%White ...................................................................................... 32%

Native languages spoken by students in CMS .....................169Countries represented in CMS..............................................157

GraduatesTotal number of 2013 graduates ........................................8,619Class of 2013 CMS Cohort Graduation Rate ................. 85.1%

Scholarships Received by CMS Students Total $ of Academic/Athletic scholarships ...........$93 millionNumber of CMS students awarded scholarships ......... 2,000+

Fast FactsTable of contents

Introduction

CMS Fast Facts ................................................................................. 1

Message from the Deputy Superintendent ................................... 2

Message from the Board of Education .......................................... 3

School Options Programs & Entrance Requirements

Focused Areas of Study

• Business & Entrepreneurship ................................................. 4

• Middle Colleges ....................................................................... 6

• Early College ............................................................................ 8

• International Baccalaureate .................................................. 10

• Global Studies, Leadership & Military ................................ 14

• World Languages ................................................................... 16

• Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Math ............... 22

• Visual & Performing Arts ..................................................... 28

Unique Learning Approaches

• Blended & Virtual Learning ................................................. 30

• Learning Immersion & Talent Development .................... 32

• Montessori .............................................................................. 34

• Traditional .............................................................................. 36

School Options Programs by Transportation Zone .................. 38

Transportation Zone Maps ........................................................... 41

Applying to a School Options Program

Application Checklist ................................................................ 44

Key Dates .................................................................................... 45

Lottery Guidelines & Application Procedures ....................... 46

Remaining Eligible for a School Options Program

Middle School Continuation Requirements .......................... 49

High School Continuation Requirements .............................. 50

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ........................................... 51

Contact Information ..................................................................... 54

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Dear CMS Parents and Families, My colleagues on the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education and I voted Nov. 19, 2014, to expand our school options for the 2015-2016 school year. The plan includes the opening of two new schools, the reopening of two schools, the expansion of the Performance Learning Center and e-Learning Academy and the addition of two partial magnet programs.

The Board’s action signals a continuing commitment to offer families the opportunity for choice in their child’s educational setting. Customizing the learning experience for every student is at the core of transforming our schools.

School options must be provided for our families in order to meet the needs of the district’s diverse students. By offering programs that provide a solid foundation for learning, discovery and engagement, it is our goal to make CMS a great public school district with multiple educational offerings that prepares students for a better tomorrow.

We invite you to explore the 2015-2016 School Options Guide to better understand the many diverse academic options available to meet the learning needs of your student.

Sincerely,

Mary McCrayChairperson,Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education

Message from the Board of Education

Dear CMS families, Our goal in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is to offer an array of academic programs that will meet individual students’ needs and engage every student in learning. Our district provides a rich variety of school options with signature themes and unique programs that are essential to our academic success. We are a diverse district with students from more than 160 countries and a wide range of backgrounds – and our extensive academic variety helps us engage and educate every student well.

Our school options help us engage students who have a particular interest or academic strength. Science or the arts, decimal points or drama – our theme-based instruction can lift a gifted student even higher and accelerate academic growth for an average student.

As with all of our students, parental support is essential to help students succeed in school. Our school options parents and their interest in our schools help us provide the best academic offerings possible.

Thank you for choosing Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools for your child.

Sincerely, Ann ClarkDeputy Superintendent,Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

Message from the Deputy Superintendent


STUDENT PROFILE

While the Business & Entrepreneurship programs welcome all students, possessing certain skills and interests may enable a prospective student to excel in his or her course of study. The Business & Entrepreneurship student: • Has a passion or intense drive to succeed, with

perseverance and determination.• Has a strong sense of self• Can adapt to changing circumstances and use

problem solving skills• Has enterprising skills and the desire to be

their own boss• Is decisive and willing to make and hold

a decision• Has a strong belief in their ability to create

their own destiny by their own choices and actions

• Has a desire for personal growth, and seek opportunities

• Can work independently and with others

SPECIAL FEATURES

• The Cosmetology Apprentice Program is licensed by and follows the regulations of the North Carolina Board of Cosmetic Arts Examiners

• Cosmetology students can earn up to 1200 hours of instruction in theory and practice application

• Culinary Arts students receive hands on training in a fully-equipped kitchen

Business & Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurs drive America’s economy, accounting for the majority of the nation’s new job creation and innovations. To start and operate a small business, students need organizational skills, including time management, leadership development, and interpersonal skills, all of which are also highly transferable skills sought by employers.

The Business & Entrepreneurship program offers students comprehensive programs of study that align with business and industry needs, and enhances their 21st century leadership skills. This program is designed to intentionally cultivate and nurture the entrepreneurial spirit in students by providing the skills necessary to successfully compete for and create jobs in the evolving and future workplace. Students can prepare for a wide range of business related career pathways, including finance, marketing and hospitality and business services, like cosmetology. By encouraging an entrepreneurial mindset, students will succeed whether they pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or become entrepreneurs.

Culinary

The Culinary Program is a career focused program that provides students a balance of classroom study and hands on learning to prepare for employment or entrepreneurial opportunities in the field of Culinary Arts. A complement to the high school curriculum, the program is designed to carry a student through four years of hospitality influenced curriculum providing the student with a solid foundation of food production, management, hospitality service and guest relations. Upon completion, students will be prepared to enter two and four-year programs of study in culinary arts, hospitality and tourism, and business.

Cosmetology

The Cosmetology Apprentice Program provides students a balance of classroom study and application experience to prepare for employment or entrepreneurial opportunities in the field of Cosmetology. The program consists of two courses, Cosmetology I and Cosmetology II. In Cosmetology I, students are introduced to employment and career opportunities and begin learning developmental skills such as manicure and pedicure techniques, basic hair styling, and an introduction to chemical restructuring and hair color. Cosmetology II students learn and practice advanced techniques on live models, such as facials and advanced hair styling. The apprentice program provides students the opportunity to earn up to 1200 hours of instruction (of the 1500 hours required for State Board licensure) in theory and practical application. The Cosmetology Program is licensed by and follows the regulations of the North Carolina Board of Cosmetic Arts Examiners.

Business & Entrepreneurship High Schools

Option# Program SchoolGrade level

Transportation Eligibility

Transportationtype

Entry Grades

Entrance Requirements

643 B&E-Culinary North Meck HS (9-12)

Hough, Hopewell, Mallard Creek, & North Meck HS attendance areas

Neighborhood Stops 9-10

None

642 B&E-Cosmetology North Meck HS (9-12)




STUDENT PROFILE

While the Middle College program welcomes all students, possessing certain interests may enable a prospective student to excel in his or her course of study. The Middle College student:

• Has good time management skills• Has the ability to do accelerated work • Is self-motivated and has a desire to excel • Is intellectually curious and a critical thinker • Is willing to commit to college-level work

expectations (for example, at least two hours of homework each night)

• Has a strong work ethic• Can work independently to meet academic goals• Works well in a small school environment

SPECIAL FEATURES

• All courses are Honors, Advanced Placement and/or college level courses

• All college courses and books are provided at no charge to students

• Students are provided a CATS bus pass for transportation

• Students have the option of remaining an additional year (i.e., grade 13) to complete an associates degree and/or earn two years of transferable college credit

Middle COLLEGES

In partnership with Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC), CMS offers accelerated learning opportunities that provide students the opportunity to take college courses while completing their high school graduation requirements. Students can complete an associate degree or earn up to two years of transferable college credit, tuition free. Given the rigor of completing both the high school diploma and the associates degree or two years of college credit, students have an additional year (i.e., grade 13) to graduate.

Middle College High Schools (MCHS) are located on the Cato, Levine, and Harper campuses of CPCC. The program serves high school students in grades 11-13 and admits 100 students per campus each year. Students enrolled in a MCHS will take courses required for high school graduation while also taking college courses towards a post-secondary certificate, college transfer, associate’s degree, and/or industry certification.

Students on the Cato and Levine campuses can choose from a variety of college level courses providing transfer credit. Students on the Harper campus can follow a specialized program of study leading to an industry certification or associate’s degree in one of the following areas:

• Advertising and Graphic Design• Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration • Welding Technology• Construction Management • Electrical Systems Technology• Flexography• Graphic Arts & Imaging Technology• Non-Destructive Examination

Middle College High Schools



TransportationType

EntryGrade


334 MCHS Cato MiddleCollege (11-13) County-wide CATS Transit 11-12

Must have a minimum of 2.5 un-weighted GPA Must complete CPCC application packet*635 MCHS Middle College

At Harper (11-13) County-wide CATS Transit 11-12

634 MCHS Middle CollegeAt Levine (11-13) County-wide CATS Transit 11-12

MCHS Additional Application Procedures*

Students interested in applying for the MCHS program should complete the additional application packet located on the CPCC website and submit all required documents. The additional application packet must be completed and the student’s lottery application submitted prior to the applicable lottery deadline. Application packets can be found by visiting the following links:

• Harper and Levine campuses: http://schools.cms.k12.nc.us/levineHS/Pages/Admissions.aspx. • Cato campus: http://schools.cms.k12.nc.us/catoHS/Pages/Admissions.aspx.

MCHS Second Lottery Process

Due to the timeline for enrolling CMS students in CPCC courses, the Second Lottery will operate differently than the standard lottery process. Admission to the MCHS program will be considered on a rolling basis throughout the Second Lottery period. Unlike during the First Lottery, applying early during the Second Lottery is important for the MCHS program. Students will be considered when both the lottery application and additional application packet are complete and submitted. Applications will not be deemed complete until the application packet and all required documentation have been submitted. To increase the chances of being seated, students are strongly encouraged to select a MCHS as his/her first choice and submit all required application materials as soon as possible.


STUDENT PROFILE

While the Early College program welcomes all students, possessing certain interests may enable a prospective student to excel in his or her course of study. The Early and College student:

• Has good time management skills• Has the ability to do accelerated work • Is self-motivated and has a desire to excel • Is intellectually curious and a critical thinker • Is willing to commit to college-level work

expectations (for example, at least two hours of homework each night)

• Has a strong work ethic• Can work independently to meet academic goals• Has a strong interest in the engineering field

of study• Works well in a small school environment

SPECIAL FEATURES

• All courses are Honors, Advanced Placement and/or college level courses

• All college courses and books are provided at no charge to CEEC students

• Students can earn up to 60 transferable UNC Charlotte credits

• Students will have the opportunity to complete seven Project Lead the Way engineering courses during the high school experience

• Students have access to internships and work-based learning opportunities

• Students can participate in co-curricular activities and sports at their home high school (transportation not provided)

• Students have the option of remaining an additional year (i.e., grade 13) to earn two years of transferable college credit

Early COLLEGE

In partnership with the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNC Charlotte), CMS offers accelerated learning opportunities that provide students the opportunity to take college courses while completing their high school graduation requirements. Students can earn up to two years of transferable college credit, tuition free. Given the rigor of completing both the high school diploma and two years of college credit, students have an additional year (i.e., grade 13) to graduate.

The Charlotte Engineering Early College (CEEC) is a highschool located on the UNC Charlotte campus. CEEC serves students in grades 9-13 and admits 100 students each year. CEEC focuses on engineering, energy and sustainability. Beginning the junior year, students will begin taking UNC Charlotte college courses. Students can earn up to two years (60 hours) of college credit, tuition free. CEEC is a small school by design, allowing for a highly supportive and academically challenging learning environment for all students. CEEC offers a full Honor’s curriculum and college courses emphasizing problem basedlearning in all classes.

Early College High School



TransportationType

EntryGrade


636 ECHC Charlotte Engineering Early College (9-13) County-wide Shuttle Stops 9-10 None

Early College

Students attending CEEC will have access to the state-of-the-art facility, EPIC-The Energy Production and Infrastructure Center, which is part of The William States Lee College of Engineering at UNC Charlotte. EPIC was formed in response to the need for highly trained engineers, qualified to meet the demands of the energy industry through traditional and continuing education. EPIC seeks to provide sustainable support to the energy industry by increasing the capacity and support for applied research. More than 250 regional energy corporations (including Duke Energy, Siemens, AREVA, Westinghouse and many others) cooperate with EPIC to lead the expansion of energy engineering studies in EPIC classrooms. EPIC is committed to developing and implementing energy concentrations based on industry needs.


STUDENT PROFILE

While the International Baccalaureate (IB) program welcomes all students, possessing certain interests may enable a prospective student to excel in his or her course of study. The IB student:

• Is an inquirer and critical thinker• Is an effective communicator• Is caring, balanced and open-minded• Is willing to take risks while

maintaining principles • Can be reflective and learn

from experience

SPECIAL FEATURES

• Study of world languages starting in Kindergarten

• Emphasis on advanced study skills, including time management, goal setting, advanced research skills, test-taking, note-taking and independent study

• Required research assignments and community service

• Instructional techniques and strategies to extend depth of knowledge in content areas

International Baccalaureate

The IB program is a rigorous program of study that focuses on critical thinking and international mindedness. The program seeks to develop the whole child — intellectually, personally, socially and emotionally — through teaching of cultural understanding, language development and volunteerism. Designed to reinforce a positive attitude, the program teaches students to ask challenging questions, reflect critically, develop research skills, and learn how to learn. The continuum of education spans the years from Kindergarten to Grade 12.

IB schools maintain high standards by actively training and supporting teachers in the IB curriculum. IB schools are also evaluated and authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization in order to receive the designation of an IB World School (www.ibo.org).


IB-Primary Years Program (PYP)For grades K-5, PYP introduces specific vocabulary and concepts, including inquiry-based learning, PYP attitudes/character traits, and the learner profile. School staff members develop units of inquiry that connect subject areas, so students can view their studies holistically. The PYP emphasizes academic development, international understanding and service to society. The curriculum framework includes five essential elements: Concepts, Actions, Skills, Knowledge, and Attitudes.

IB-Middle Years Program (MYP)For grades 6-10, MYP emphasizes the learner profile and focuses on an intensive study of core subjects integrating concept based learning through global contexts and key concepts. Students study a variety of disciplines and how these relate. MYP students complete Community & Service hours, and a Personal Project is the culminating assessment for the program.

IB-Diploma Program (DP)For grades 11-12, DP is a two-year curriculum and among the most academically rigorous programs offered in high school. The program emphasizes intellectual and international understanding, as well as responsible citizenship and community service. Students are encouraged to sit for international exams with the opportunity to earn the IB Diploma, a highly esteemed qualification widely recognized by institutions of higher learning. Students in the DP are also required to complete Community Action and Service (CAS) hours, as well as IB exams for each course and an Extended Essay.

International Baccalaureate Elementary Schools



TransportationType

Entry Grades


125 IB Blythe Elementary (K-5) Violet zone Neighborhood

Stops K-5

None

110 IB Cotswold Elementary(K-5) Blue Zone Neighborhood

Stops K-5

111 IBHuntingtowne Farms Elementary (K-5)

Blue Zone Neighborhood Stops K-5

109 IBLansdowne Elementary (K-5)

Green zone Neighborhood Stops K-5

112 IBStatesville Road Elementary (K-5)

Grey zone Neighborhood Stops K-5


International Baccalaureate Middle Schools



TransportationType

Entry Grades


124 IB Albemarle Road MS(6-8) Green zone Neighborhood

Stops6-8

Score at or above Level 3 in Reading and Math EoGs (2013-14)

113 IB JM Alexander MS(6-8) Violet zone Neighborhood

Stops 6-8

117 IB Piedmont MS(6-8)

Within 5-mile radius of school in Grey or Violet zones

All others in Grey & Violet zones

Neighborhood Stops

Shuttle Stops

6-8

115 IB Randolph MS(6-8)

Within 5-mile radius of school in Blue or Green zones

All others in Blue & Green zones

Neighborhood Stops

Shuttle Stops

6-8

116 IB Ranson MS(6-8) Grey and Violet zones Neighborhood

Stops 6-8

International Baccalaureate High Schools



Transportationtype

EntryGrades


118 IB East Meck HS(9-12)

Green zone Ardrey Kell; South Meck HS attendance areas


Grade 9:Score at or above Level 3 in Reading and Math EoG (2013-14)

Grade 10:Score at or above Level 3 in Reading and Math EoG (2013-14)Must pass and receive credit for Eng I and Math I or Math II, with a minimum grade of C

Grade 11:Complete following course prerequisites: English I, English II; Math II or Geometry; Math III or Algebra II; Earth/Environmental Science and/or Biology; Chemistry and/or Physics; World History; Civics & Economics; and Level 3 of World Language (e.g. French, German, Latin or Spanish) Must undergo transcript review by school and submit request Reassignment/Transfer*

Grade 12:Must be currently enrolled in an IB Diploma program. Must undergo transcript review by school and submit request for Reassignment/Transfer*

119 IB Harding HS(9-12)

County-wide, including Blue zone for Harding & Olympic HS attendance areas

Harding attendance area

Shuttle Stops

Neighborhood Stops

9-12

N/A IB Myers Park HS(9-12)

Blue zone for Myers Park HS attendance area only


123 IBNorth Meck HS(9-12)

Violet zone Neighborhood Stops 9-12

120 IBWest Charlotte HS(9-12)

Grey and Violet zones Neighborhood Stops 9-12


Late Entry Transcript Review*

Due to the specialized sequence of coursework taken in the IB-Diploma program, the online lottery application will not permit rising 11th or 12th graders to apply. Interested families of 11th and 12th grade students must submit a request for Reassignment/Transfer. To ensure a prospective student has the academic foundation to transition into the IB-Diploma at these grades, a transcript review is necessary before a request for Reassignment/ Transfer can be processed. Students in Grade 12 must also be currently enrolled in an IB Diploma program.

To apply using the transcript review and request for Reassignment/ Transfer process:• Contact the IB school directly to arrange an appointment for the transcript review.• Obtain an official transcript from the current school and bring it to the appointment in a sealed

envelope. The prospective student’s transcript will be reviewed by school staff. If the result of the transcript review indicates that the student has the necessary prerequisites for entry into the grade desired, acknowledgment of transcript review approval will be provided on school letterhead.

• Complete the online Request for Reassignment/ Transfer form. For this form to be accepted, the family must indicate that they have reviewed the applicable Magnet Expectations Agreement. The family submits the school’s letter of acknowledgment as supporting documentation to accompany the online Request for Reassignment/ Transfer form registered with the Student Placement Office. Request approval is dependent upon grade level space availability.

• Contact the CMS ESL department at (980) 343-0432 for transcript review assistance for students new to CMS from outside the USA.

• School contact information can be found in the Contact Information section of this Guide.


STUDENT PROFILE

While the Global Studies, Leadership & Military (GSLM) program welcomes all students, possessing certain interests may enable a prospective student to excel in his or her course of study. The GSLM student:

• Has an aptitude for leadership or interest in developing leadership skills

• Is intellectually curious and desires to develop a better understanding of his/her own identity as an American citizen and how it relates to global citizenry

• Has an interest in learning the interaction between world cultures and its impact socially, economically, and politically

• Is committed to participating in projects outside of the regular course of study

SPECIAL FEATURES

• Exposure to world language instruction in grades K-12

• Exploring the role of the military and other national service organizations in supporting the principles of a democratic society

• Participation in JROTC in grades 9-12• Focus on communication skills using

advanced technologies and various forms of media, including cross-cultural dialogue with students from around the world via the internet

Global Studies, Leadership & Military

The GSLM program promotes global leadership. Students obtain a strong foundation in global affairs, engage in problem-solving across boundaries, evaluate information from a comparative perspective, and communicate effectively to defend complex views before a variety of audiences. The program provides a foundation of academic rigor, fosters the acquisition of global concepts, and nurtures young leaders who are knowledgeable about the contributions they can make to the global community through service learning. The program prepares students to be future leaders in careers such as business, banking, finance, law, diplomacy, politics, and the military.

Students can engage in a full K-12 Global Studies program, including a mandatory Army Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) program for students in grades 9-12. The Army JROTC program is devoted to character development and prepares high school students for responsible global leadership roles while making them aware of the benefits of citizenship and service learning. The results are responsible graduates who are confident in themselves and can articulate their ideas and opinions clearly and concisely.

Global Studies, Leadership and Military School



Transportationtype

Entry Grades


360 GSLM Marie G. Davis(K-12)

Within 5-mile radius of school

All others county-wide

Neighborhood Stops

Shuttle Stops

K-12 Must participate in a successful interview*

Additional Application Procedures*

In addition to submitting a lottery application, students should contact the school directly to arrange an appointment for an interview. The student will interview at the school. Students must complete all requirements and submit a lottery application prior to the applicable lottery deadline. School contact information can be found in the Contact Information section of this Guide.


STUDENT PROFILE

While the World Languages & Language Immersion programs welcome all students, possessing certain interests may enable a prospective student to excel in his or her course of study. The World Languages & Language Immersion student:

• Has strong first (home) language skills• Has good listening and attention skills • Is interested in global issues and

studying different cultures

SPECIAL FEATURES

• Curriculum content taught in the target language in grades K-8

• Middle and high school students choose from elective courses emphasizing different languages and cultures

• Emphasis on foreign exchanges, collaboration and involvement in local international events, organizations and program

World Languages & Language Immersion Language Immersion Program

Students have the unique opportunity to become fluent in Chinese, French, German, Japanese, or Spanish by participating in the elementary Language Immersion program. From the first days in kindergarten, students become familiar with the new language as lessons are conducted in the target language for all or part of the instructional day. In order for students to gain the greatest academic benefit, they can apply in kindergarten and continue through high school. At the middle and high school levels, students continue in the study of their target language and may have the opportunity to begin the study of an additional world language.

World Languages (Non-Immersion) Program

Students can select to study Chinese, French, German, Japanese or Spanish beginning at the entry level in grade 6. Successful completion of Levels I and II while in middle school earns students two high school credit units. In order for students to gain the greatest academic benefit, they may apply in grade 6 and continue through high school.

The overall goal of the World Languages & Language Immersion programs is to promote high academic achievement in literacy and proficiency in dual languages while enhancing the level of cultural awareness among students. Students learn a new language (or retain fluency in a heritage language), embrace diversity and become responsible leaders in a culturally diverse world.

Students can choose between traditional language classes or the immersion method. In Language Immersion, a two-way immersion program, students from two different language backgrounds receive academic instructions in two “target”languages (i.e., English and Spanish).


World Languages & Language Immersion Elementary and Middle Schools



transportationtype

Entry Grades


136LanguageImmersion(Chinese)

EE Waddell Language Academy (K-5)

County-wideWithin 5 mile radius of school


Neighborhood Stops

Shuttle Stops

K-5

Kindergarten:None

Grades 1-5:Must undergo late entry immersion assessment and request for Reassignment/Transfer*

151LanguageImmersion(French)




Neighborhood Stops

Shuttle Stops

K-5

152LanguageImmersionGerman)




Neighborhood Stops

Shuttle Stops

K-5

153LanguageImmersion(Japanese)




Neighborhood Stops

Shuttle Stops

K-5

150LanguageImmersion(Spanish)

Collinswood Language Academy (K-8)

Within 5-mile radius of school in Blue or Green zones

All others in Blue & Green zones

Neighborhood Stops

Shuttle Stops

K-8

Kindergarten:None


Grades 6-8:Score at or above Level 3 in Reading EoG (2013-14)Must undergo late entry immersion assessment and request for Reassignment/Transfer*

146LanguageImmersion(Spanish)

Oaklawn Language Academy (K-8)

Within 5-mile radius of school in Grey or Violet zones

All others in Grey & Violet zones

Neighborhood Stops

Shuttle Stops

K-8

Kindergarten:None


Grades 6-8:Score at or above Level 3 in Reading EoG (2013-14)

World Languages & Language Immersion Middle and High Schools



Transportationtype

entrygrades


154 Language Immersion

EE Waddell LanguageAcademy (6-8)



Neighborhood Stops

Shuttle Stops

6-8 Score at or above Level 3 in Reading EoG (2013-14)

135 WorldLanguages

South Meck HS (9-12)

Blue & Greenzones

Neighborhood Stops

9-12

Grade 9:Score at or above Level 3 in Reading EoG (2013-14)Must have completed or be willing to take both Level I and II of a world language in 9th grade

Grade 10: Score at or above Level 3 in Reading EoG (2013-14)Pass and receive credit for English I with a minimum grade of CMust have completed Level I and II of a world language

Grades 11-12:Must undergo transcript review by school and request for Reassignment/Transfer**

155 WorldLanguages

West Meck HS (9-12)

Grey & Violetzones


Late Entry Immersion Assessment*

The online lottery application process only permits rising Kindergarten students to apply for Chinese, French, German, Spanish or Japanese language programs. All other students must submit a request for Reassignment/Transfer. Because the student is immersed in the language of study for the majority of the instructional day, students entering a Language Immersion program after Kindergarten must demonstrate grade level proficiency in speaking, listening, reading and writing in the intended language of study. An assessment is used to make this determination. Please note, due to historically low turnover in Language Immersion & World Languages schools, seats typically do not become available after Kindergarten.

To apply for late entry through the request for Reassignment/Transfer process:• Contact the Language Immersion school directly to arrange an appointment with the school for an assessment

of the child’s level of proficiency in the target language. The prospective student will be assessed for late entry into the language immersion program at the school using a standardized late entry assessment rubric. Scheduling an assessment may be dependent on program seat availability.

• Upon completion of a successful assessment, the school will provide verification on school letterhead.• Complete the online Request for Reassignment/ Transfer form. For this form to be accepted, the family

must indicate that they have reviewed the applicable Magnet Expectations Agreement. The family submits the school’s acknowledgement letter of a successful assessment as supporting documentation to accompany the online Request for Reassignment/ Transfer form registered with the Student Placement Office. Request approval is dependent upon grade level space availability.



WOrld Languages & Language Immersion

Late Entry Transcript Review**

Due to the specialized sequence of coursework taken in the World Languages program, the online lottery application will not permit rising 11th or 12th graders to apply. Families of interested 11th and 12th graders must submit a request for Reassignment/Transfer. To ensure a prospective student has the academic foundation to transition into the World Languages program at these grades, a transcript review is necessary before a request for Reassignment/ Transfer can be processed.

To apply using the transcript review and Request for Reassignment/ Transfer process: • Contact the World Languages school directly to arrange an appointment for the transcript review.• Obtain an official transcript from the current school and bring it to the appointment in a sealed

envelope. The prospective student’s transcript will be reviewed by the school staff. If the result of the transcript review indicates that the student has the necessary prerequisites for entry into the grade desired, acknowledgement of transcript review approval will be provided on school letterhead.

• Complete the online request for Reassignment/Transfer form. For this form to be accepted, the family must indicate that they have reviewed the applicable Magnet Expectations Agreement. The family submits the school’s letter of acknowledgement as supporting documentation to accompany the online request for Reassignment/Transfer form registered with the Student Placement Office. Request approval is dependent upon grade level space availability.



NOTES


STUDENT PROFILE

While the STEM and STEAM programs welcome all students, possessing certain interests may enable a prospective student to excel in his or her course of study. The STEM/STEAM student:

• Is intellectually curious and a critical thinker

• Has an interest in design (including sound, spacial, process, and object)

• Responds to problem solving with fluency, flexibility, and originality

SPECIAL FEATURES

• Specially trained teachers for science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics studies

• Alignment of student’s career pathway with postsecondary STEM program(s)

• Students discover the ‘how’ and ‘why’ behind the creative processes

• High School Academy programs offer opportunities to participate in internships, job shadow, career fairs, field trips, and extracurricular activities

Science, technology, engineering, ARTS & mathematics STEM programs

The NC STEM Learning Network and the NC Department of Public Instruction have developed three pillars as the foundation for development of STEM programs in North Carolina schools:

• Integrated science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) curriculum, aligned with state, national, international and industry standards

• On-going community and industry engagement• Connections with postsecondary education

In addition to traditional STEM programs, CMS offers a variety of high school programs with different concentrations in the subject areas of science, technology, engineering and math.

Academy of EngineeringThe Academy of Engineering is affiliated with the National Academy Foundation’s academy program and follows the National Practices for Career Academies. The program focuses on and answers an acute need for engineers in this country by educating students in the principles of engineering. Academy students follow a comprehensive program of study that complements their core academic courses in preparation for postsecondary studies in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics career fields, such as Digital Electronics, Biotechnology, Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Civil Engineering and Architecture, Aerospace, and other engineering disciplines.

Academy of Health SciencesThe Academy of Health Sciences is affiliated with the National Academy Foundation’s academy program and follows the National Practices for Career Academies. Students take courses in areas such as, biotechnology, genetics, nursing, therapeutics, and diagnostics. The program prepares students for college and a variety of careers in the health sciences sector, including planning, managing, and providing therapeutic services, diagnostic services, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development. Students that successfully complete upper level classes may earn industry certification required for additional post-secondary training, as well as prepare for the first steps in healthcare career pathways.

Academy of Information TechnologyThe Academy of Information Technology is affiliated with the National Academy Foundation’s academy program and follows the National Practices for Career Academies. Students have the opportunity to learn programming, web design, video editing, computer systems, and other areas in the ever expanding digital workplace. Students that successfully complete upper level classes may earn industry certification required for additional post-secondary training, as well as prepare for the first steps in information technologies career pathways.

STEM

STEM education is an approach to teaching and learning that integrates the content and skills of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Along with content knowledge, a strong STEM program establishes student behaviors, which include engagement in inquiry, logical reasoning, collaboration, and investigation. The goal of STEM education is to prepare students for post-secondary study and the 21st century workforce.

STEAM

STEAM fuses Arts and creativity with STEM to engage the whole child and foster high achievement in all areas by blending the arts and sciences. Both STEM and STEAM employ the artistic process and scientific method relying on exploration of ideas and possibilities. Both require high student engagement in exploring creative and critical thinking, which supports collaborative learning. STEAM compliments 21st century skills, particularly the “4 C’s” of creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and communication.


STEM programs

Automotive TechnologyAutomotive Technology is a comprehensive high school program accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) that prepares graduates for entry level placement in the automotive industry or entry to a manufacturer-sponsored two-year college program. The learning experience includes hands-on vehicle repairs in the students’ junior and senior years. Students are taught skills that align with the requirements needed to earn certification in Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) through NATEF and Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). The program also offers work-based learning strategies, including apprenticeship, internship, job shadowing, entrepreneurship, cooperative education, and preparing students to obtain certification. Students can also take advantage of competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provided by SkillsUSA to learn essential standards and gain workplace readiness skills.

HorticultureThe Horticulture program prepares students for college and career pathways in the agricultural sector, allowing students to gain early knowledge of the sciences, business and technology of plant and animal production, and environmental and natural resources systems. Agricultural education provides students with a foundation to more than 300 careers in the agricultural industry, including production, financing, processing, marketing and distribution of agricultural products.

STEM and STEAM Elementary Schools



transportationtype

Entry Grades


195 STEAM Oakhurst Elementary(K-5) Green Zone Neighborhood

Stops K-5 None

196 STEMPalisades Park Elementary(K-5)

Blue Zone Neighborhood Stops K-5 None

180 STEM JM Morehead STEMAcademy (K-8)

Within 5 mile radius of school in Grey

All others in Grey or Violet zoness

Shuttle-Stops

Neighborhood Stops

K-5

Grades K-4:None

Grade 5: Level 3 or above in Math EoGs (2013-14)

STEM and STEAM Middle Schools



TransportationType

Entry Grades


186 STEMKennedy Middle School (6-8)

Blue zone

Kennedy Middle attendance areas

Shuttle-Stops

Neighborhood Stops

6 Level 3 or above in Math EoGs (2013-14)

191 STEMCoulwood Middle School (6-8)

Grey zone for Harding, West Meck and West Charlotte HS attendance areas

Violet zone for Hopewell and West Meck HS attendance areas; Coulwood attendance area

Shuttle-Stops

Neighborhood Stops

6-7

Grade 6:Level 3 or above in Math EoGs (2013-14)

Grade 7:Level 3 or above in Math andScience EoGs (2013-14)

185 STEAMMcClintock Middle School (6-8)

Green zone

McClintock attendance area

Shuttle-Stops

Neighborhood Stops

6-7


Grade 7:Level 3 or above in Math andScience EoGs (2013-14)


181 STEMJM Morehead STEM Academy (K-8)

Violet zone forHough, Mallard Creek, North Meck, & Vance HS attendance areas

Within 5-mile radius of school

Shuttle-Stops

Neighborhood Stops

6-7

Grades 6: Level 3 or above in Math EoGs (2013-14)

Grade 7:Level 3 or above in Math and Science EoGs (2013-14)

188 STEMJM Morehead STEM Academy (K-8)

County-wide Shuttle-Stops 8Level 3 or above in Math EoGs (2013-14)


STEM and STEAM High Schools



Transportationtype

Entry Grades


270STEM-FreshmanAcademy*

Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology (9-12)

County-wide Shuttle-Stops 9 Level 3 or above in Math EoGs (2013-14)

388STEM-HealthSciences

Hawthorne Academy of Health Science(9-12)

County-wide Shuttle-Stops 9-10

Grade 9:Level 3 or above in Math EoGs (2013-14) Grade 10:Level 3 or above in Math andScience EoGs (2013-14)Students entering grade 10 musthave Algebra I or Math I creditand earned at least one highschool Science course credit ingrade 9

640 STEM-Automotive

North Meck HS(9-12)



None

644 STEM-Horticulture

North Meck HS(9-12)



273 STEM-Engineering



Grade 10:Level 3 or above in Math and Science EoGs (2013-14)Students entering grade 10 must have Algebra I or Math I credit and earned at least one high school Science course credit in grade 9

Grades 11-12:Must undergo transcript review by school and request for Reassignment/Transfer*

272STEM-Health Sciences



271STEM-InformationTechnology




Due to the specialized sequence of coursework taken at the Philip O. Berry Academy of Technology, the online lottery application will not permit rising 11th or 12th graders to apply. Families of interested 11th and 12th graders must submit a request for Reassignment/Transfer. To ensure a prospective student has the academic foundation to transition into the programs at these grades, a transcript review is necessary before a request for Reassignment/ Transfer can be processed.

To apply using the transcript review and request for Reassignment/ Transfer process:• Contact the school directly to arrange an appointment for the transcript review.• Obtain an official transcript from the current school and bring it to the appointment in a sealed

envelope. The prospective student’s transcript will be reviewed by the school staff. If the result of the transcript review indicates that the student has the necessary prerequisites for entry into the grade desired, acknowledgement of transcript review approval will be provided on school letterhead.

• Complete the online Request for Reassignment/ Transfer form. For this form to be accepted, the family must indicate that they have reviewed the applicable Magnet Expectations Agreement. The family submits the school’s letter of acknowledgement as supporting documentation to accompany the online Request for Reassignment/ Transfer form registered with the Student Placement Office. Request approval is dependent upon grade level space availability.



* All students entering grade 9 will attend the Freshman Academy at Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology, where they will be introduced to the Academy of Engineering, Academy of Health Sciences, and Academy of Information Technology. In grade 10, students will choose a specific program to follow through graduation.


STUDENT PROFILE

While the Visual & Performing Arts program welcomes all students, possessing certain interests may enable a prospective student to excel in his or her course of study. The Visual & Performing Arts student:

• Has passion for the arts• Is committed to developing personal

artistic abilities• Has the desire to participate in artistic

performances and exhibitions• Enjoys creative, authentic thinking• Is willing to receive constructive

feedback for continued growth in the Arts

• Has the ability to work well independently and in groups

SPECIAL FEATURES

• Students receive instruction in dance, music, theatre arts, and visual arts

• Performance opportunities available at all levels

• Visiting artists and guest speakers• Before school violin lessons (K-5)• Photography lab and instruction (9-12)• Full time piano instruction (6-12)• Collaboration with business and

community organizations to provide resources and give insight to the skills students need to become successful adults

Visual & Performing Arts

The focus of the Visual and Performing Arts program is to develop a student’s talents and passion for the arts. Students receive specialized studies in dance, music, theatre arts, and visual arts. As an integral part of a strong academic program, the Arts are approached through Arts education, integration and exposure.

At the elementary level, the Arts are used as a catalyst for building a collaborative, creative, Arts-infused culture and community. Students receive weekly classes in each of the four arts disciplines, as well as Arts integrated instruction in their grade based classroom.

Students continuing to the middle and high school program, will receive seven consecutive years of rigorous, intensive instruction in the visual and performing arts at a pre-professional level. The program provides flexible, skill-based groupings in the visual and performing arts to address the needs of individual students.

Athletic programs and marching band are not offered on Visual & Performing Arts school sites. Students may participate in these activities at their home school (transportation is not provided).

Visual & Performing Arts Elementary Schools



TransportationType

Entry Grades


240 V&PA First Ward Creative Arts (K-5)

Blue & Green zones

Neighborhood Stops K-5

None241 V&PA University Park

Creative Arts (K-5)Grey & Violet zones


Visual & Performing Arts Middle and High School



TransportationType

Entry Grades


243 V&PA Northwest School of the Arts (6-12) County-wide Shuttle Stops 6-12

Must complete an audition application and participate in a successful audition or portfolio assessment*

Audition/Portfolio Assessment*

A successful audition or portfolio assessment is required for entry to Northwest School of the Arts. This requirement must be completed and the student’s lottery application submitted prior to the applicable lottery deadline. Contact the school directly to arrange an appointment for the audition. The prospective student will audition at the school. School contact information can be found in the Contact Information section of this Guide.


STUDENT PROFILEWhile the Blended & Virtual Learning programs welcome all students, possessing certain interests may enable a prospective student to excel in his or her course of study. The Blended & Virtual Learning student:• Is an independent learner• Is a self-advocate• Is comfortable using computers and related

technology• Has good time management skills• Is an effective communicator• Is an on-track student that requires a flexible

schedule, prefers independent learning, and/or would like to accelerate their learning

BL SPECIAL FEATURES• Online and blended learning options

available• Internship and leadership opportunities

available• Small school environment with more one

on-one attention from teachers• Offers a personalized learning experience for

every student

VL SPECIAL FEATURES• Offers online courses supported by CMS

teachers, including Honors, Advanced Placement, Career and Technical Education, and elective courses

• Provides individualized schedules to ensure each student’s personal success

• School operates on the traditional CMS calendar with summer courses offered (limited availability)

• Students may participate in co-curricular activities and sports at their home school (transportation not provided)

Blended & Virtual Learning

The Blended & Virtual Learning programs were designed using a formal approach to education that involves full or partial online delivery of content with some element of student control over the time, place, path and/or pace of their learning. By leveraging the internet, students receive a personalized learning experience.

Blended Learning

The Blended Learning (BL) program is designed to offer students a combination of face-to-face and online instruction. The program offers a rigorous curriculum comprised of Honors, Advanced Placement, online-courses, and college courses. Students begin their college and career exploration from the moment they walk through our doors. Students in grades 9 and 10 are introduced to various career options and have the opportunity to network with business leaders. In grades 11 and 12, students can gain real-life experience through academic internship opportunities.

Virtual Learning

The Virtual Learning (VL) program serves grades 9-12. Full-time students take 100% of their classes online and from the convenience of home or other location. Students may also opt to take their online courses at the brick-and-mortar location, which provides students with additional supports including access to technology, counselors, and teachers. There, students can access technology and internet connectivity. The flexibility of working from home or in a school setting provides a truly personalized learning environment.

Blended & Virtual Learning High Schools



transportatontype

Entry Grades


343 BL iMeck Academy @Cochrane HS (9-12)

Green zone

Cochrane attendance area

Shuttle-Stops

Neighborhood Stops

9-12

Grades 9-10:None

Grades 11-12:Must undergo transcript review by school and request for Reassignment/Transfer*

498 BLPerformance Learning Center (9-12)

County-wide Neighborhood Stops 9-12

Grades 9-10:Must participate in an interview.

Grades 11-12:Must participate in an interview. Must undergo transcript review by school and request for Reassignment/Transfer*

698 VL

e-Learning Academy@ Performance Learning Center (9-12)


Grades 9-10:Must complete an online learner profile.

Grades 11-12:Must complete an online learner profile. Must undergo transcript review by school and request for Reassignment/Transfer*


Due to the specialized sequence of coursework taken in the Blended & Virtual Learning programs, the lottery application will not permit rising 11th or 12th graders to apply. Families of interested 11th and 12th graders must submit a request for Reassignment/Transfer. To ensure a prospective student has the academic foundation to transition into the program at these grades, a transcript review is necessary before a request for Reassignment/ Transfer can be processed.

To apply using the transcript review and request for Reassignment/ Transfer process:• Contact the Blended or Virtual Learning school directly to arrange an appointment for the transcript review.• Obtain an official transcript from the current school and bring it to the appointment in a sealed envelope.

The prospective student’s transcript will be reviewed by the school staff. If the result of the transcript review indicates that the student has the necessary prerequisites for entry into the grade desired, acknowledgement of transcript review approval will be provided on school letterhead.

• Complete the online Request for Reassignment/ Transfer form. For this form to be accepted, the family must indicate that they have reviewed the applicable Magnet Expectations Agreement. The family submits the school’s letter of acknowledgement as supporting documentation to accompany the online request for Reassignment/ Transfer form registered with the Student Placement office. Request approval is dependent upon grade level space availability.




STUDENT PROFILE

While the Learning Immersion and Talent Development programs welcome all students, possessing certain interests may enable a prospective student to excel in his or her course of study. The LI & TD student:

• Displays great curiosity about objects, situations or events

• Enjoys one or few areas of knowledge• Exhibits an intelligently playful

imagination

SPECIAL FEATURES• Provides choices for learning based

upon multiple intelligences research for primary students

• Introduces Center for Gifted Education Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies units (William and Mary social studies curriculum introduced in grade 2)

• Develops critical and creative thinking skills

• Focuses on differentiation, acceleration, and interdisciplinary-thematic lessons

• Utilizes balanced literacy, problem and project-based learning, and independent study for exploration of concepts in greater depth

Learning Immersion & Talent Development

The Learning Immersion and Talent Development programs accelerate student learning through a rigorous curriculum focused on the strengths of each child. Each school’s staff receives professional development in gifted education and is committed to teaching students to use real-world problem solving and higher-order thinking skills to prepare them for career and college choices for 21st century scholars.

The Learning Immersion (LI) program serves grades K-2. Students are taught using rigorous instructional strategies that challenge them to reach their fullest potential. Research-based techniques and strategies that have proven to be effective with high academically performing children are used to provide an enriched educational environment. These instructional strategies include emphasis on multiple intelligences, structured inquiry, and problem and project-based learning. The pace of lessons are accelerated to accommodate student achievement levels.

Students are evaluated during grade 2 for entrance into the Talent Development (TD) program, which serves grades 3-5. The TD program provides a full-day, concentrated and accelerated program appropriate for identified gifted students. Students in grade 5 of the TD program have automatic continuation to the selected International Baccalaureate (IB) program in their transportation zone. Students who are not identified for the TD program by grade 3 may remain in the school and continue in the LI program.

Learning Immersion and Talent Development Elementary Schools



Entry Grades Entry Grades


171 LI/TD Barringer Academic Center (K-5)

Blue & Green zones


Grades K-2:None

Grades 3-5:Must be certified Academically/Intellectually Gifted (AIG) in math and/or reading

172 LI/TD Idlewild Elementary (K-5) Green zone Neighborhood

Stops K-5

174 LI/TD Irwin Academic Center (K-5)

Grey & Violet zones


170 LI/TD Mallard Creek Elementary (K-5)

Violet zone & Mallard Creek HS attendance area


183 LI/TD Shamrock Gardens Elementary (K-5) Green zone Neighborhood

Stops K-5

173 LI/TD TuckaseegeeElementary (K-5) Grey zone Neighborhood

Stops K-5


STUDENT PROFILE

While the Montessori program welcomes all students, possessing certain interests may enable a prospective student to excel in his or her course of study. The Montessori student:

• Is self-motivated• Enjoys exploration of new ideas

and concepts

SPECIAL FEATURES• Provides a child-centered learning

environment which places high regard for each child’s developmental level

• Uses activities that help students develop responsibility, self-confidence and independence

• Offers classes with multi-aged groupings• Teachers receive special Montessori

training to include certification as a Montessori teacher

Montessori

Children in the Montessori program learn by working with specially designed and attractively displayed developmental materials that support grade level goals and learning objectives. Working individually or in small groups, children develop a sense of self-esteem because they are given a balance of freedom and responsibility.

Children who enter the program at age four benefit most from the program. In order to gain the greatest benefit, children should attend through the terminal grade. Please note, tuition is required for the Pre-K program serving four-year-olds and an additional charge is required for bus transportation. Limited scholarships are available; please contact a Montessori school for more information. In accordance with North Carolina law, Pre-K students must be age four on or before August 31st in order to qualify for the Montessori Pre-K program.

The Montessori approach is non-traditional. To fully understand how Montessori instruction takes place, parents are encouraged to visit the school during an Open House prior to making application. Open House dates can be found at www.cms.k12.nc.us/magnets. You may also contact a Montessori school to schedule a visit.

Montessori Elementary and Middle Schools



TransportationType

Entry Grades


201 MontessoriHighland Mill Montessori(PreK-6)

Grey zone Neighborhood Stops PreK-4 Grades PreK-1:

None

Grades 2-4:Must undergo a late entry assessment at the school and submit a Request for Reassignment/Transfer*

200 MontessoriTrillium Springs Montessori (PreK-4)

Violet zone Neighborhood Stops PreK- 4

202 MontessoriChantilly Montessori(PreK-6)

Green zone Neighborhood Stops PreK- 6

204 MontessoriPark Road Montessori(PreK-6)

Blue zone Neighborhood Stops PreK- 6

Grades PreK-1:None

Grades 2-6:Must undergo a late entry assessment at the school and submit a Request for Reassignment/Transfer*

203 Montessori

Highland Mill Montessori (PreK-6)

Grey and Violet zones


205 MontessoriSedgefield Montessori(7-8)


Must undergo a late entry assessment at the school and submit a Request for Reassignment/Transfer*

Late Entry Assessment*

Because of the specialized sequence of coursework taken in the Montessori program, the online lottery application process only permits rising Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten and first grade students to apply. A late entry process is used for placement in a Montessori program above grade 1. Interested families of students above grade 1 must submit a request for Reassignment/Transfer. The Montessori approach to teaching and learning is significantly different from the traditional classroom, which often creates difficulty for students entering a Montessori program for the first time beyond grade 1. A successful transition to Montessori requires the student and family to either have previous experience with or a predisposition toward Montessori classroom instructional practices and philosophy. The prospective student should either be currently enrolled in a Montessori program, have immediate, prior Montessori classroom experience, or the student should demonstrate an equivalent degree of compatibility to the Montessori approach. An assessment is used to make this determination. Please note, due to historically low turnover in Montessori schools, seats typically do not become available after Kindergarten.

To apply for late entry through the request for Reassignment/Transfer process:• Contact the Montessori school directly to arrange an appointment for a late entry assessment. An interview will

be conducted by the school staff using a standardized late entry interview rubric. Scheduling an assessment may be dependent on program seat availability.

• Within three business days of the assessment, the school will provide the family notice of the outcome on school letterhead.

• Upon receipt of the letter confirming a successful assessment, complete the online request for Reassignment/ Transfer form. For this form to be accepted, the family must indicate that they have reviewed the applicable Magnet Expectations Agreement. The family submits the school’s letter of acknowledgement as supporting documentation to accompany the online Request for Reassignment/ Transfer form registered with the Student Placement Office. Request approval is dependent upon grade level space availability.



STUDENT PROFILE

While the Traditional program welcomes all students, possessing certain interests may enable a prospective student to excel in his or her course of study. The Traditional student:

• Learns best in a structured, routine environment

• Values good citizenship in a democratic society

• Responds successfully to high expectations for personal conduct and academics

SPECIAL FEATURES• Ongoing collaborative projects at both

schools through a relationship with the School of Education at Queens University of Charlotte

• Manners and etiquette curriculum in grades K-5

• Study of Greek and Latin roots in grades 3-5 as a strategy to build and support vocabulary and comprehension skills

• Six-week report cards provide more frequent assessment of student progress with specialized K-2 report cards that include character education, work and study habits, effort grade, handwriting, and a section called “Your child can be helped by...”

Traditional

“The strengths of the past form the foundation of our future” is the guiding philosophy of the Traditional program. Students are taught in a structured environment and are held accountable to a high standard of conduct and academics. This program values the best of the past: civics and citizenship; manners and etiquette; a strong foundation in the basics using proven instructional practices; classroom rituals and procedures; and allegiance to the traditions, interests, and ideals of the diverse American culture.

The Traditional program is committed to developing young citizens that possess leadership skills that are nurtured within and are demonstrated openly in service and responsibility to self, family, community, and country.

Using the Leader in Me model, the program builds cooperative relationships and nurtures responsibility, kindness and good judgment as the basis for creating a successful community of learners. By developing the whole child - socially, emotionally, academically and ethically - the program fosters a climate of principle-centered and personal leadership. The principles of Dr. Stephen R. Covey, internationally renowned consultant and author of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People and First Things First, are embedded in the school’s culture and guide the students, faculty and staff in building the leadership model.

Traditional Elementary Schools


Transportation Eligibil-ity

transportationtype

Entry Grades


230 TraditionalElizabeth Traditional(K-5)

Green zone and Eastern portions of Grey & Violet zones (Hough, Garinger, Mallard Creek, North Meck, Vance, Myers Park HS attendance areas)


None

231 Traditional Myers Park Traditional (K-5)

Blue zone and Western portions of Grey & Violet zones (Harding, Hopewell, West Charlotte, West Meck HS attendance areas)



1. Identify your transportation zone. If you are unable to determine your transportation zone, please reference the Transportation Zone Maps or call Student Assignment at 980-343-5335. (School options programs may serve more than one transportation zone.)

2. Identify the school options theme of interest or grade level applicable to your student(s).3. Review the applicable chart to identify the schools for which you will be eligible for transportation.4. Refer to footnotes on page 40 of this Guide for additional information.

Blue Transportation Zone (Southwest)

School Options Theme Elementary Middle High

Visual and Performing Arts First Ward Northwest (10) Northwest (10)

International Baccalaureate Huntingtowne Farms Cotswold Randolph (7) (10)

Myers Park HS (1)East Mecklenburg (6)Harding (5) (10)

Traditional Myers Park (3) N/A (12) N/A (12)

Global Studies, Leadership & Military Marie G. Davis (10) Marie G. Davis (10) Marie G. Davis (10)

World Languages (Spanish) Collinswood (10) Collinswood (10) South Mecklenburg

World Languages (Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Spanish) Waddell (10) Waddell (10) South Mecklenburg

Learning Immersion/Talent Development (11) Barringer (2) Randolph (7) (10)

Myers Park (1)East Mecklenburg (6)Harding (5) (10)

Montessori Park Road Sedgefield N/A (12)

Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Palisades Park Kennedy (10) Berry (10)

Hawthorne (10)

Grey Transportation Zone (Central)


Visual and Performing Arts University Park Northwest (10) Northwest (10)

International Baccalaureate Statesville Road RansonPiedmont (7) (10)

West Charlotte Harding (5) (10)

TraditionalWest – Myers Park (3)East - Elizabeth Traditional (3)

N/A (12) N/A (12)


World Languages (Spanish) Oaklawn (10) Oaklawn (10) West Mecklenburg

World Languages (Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Spanish) Waddell (10) Waddell (10) West Mecklenburg

Learning Immersion/Talent Development (11)

Tuckaseegee Irwin (2)

RansonPiedmont (7) (10)

West Charlotte Harding (5) (10)

Montessori Highland Mill Sedgefield N/A (12)

Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Morehead (10) Coulwood (9) (10)

Morehead (10)Berry (10)Hawthorne (10)

Green Transportation Zone (Southeast)


Visual and Performing Arts First Ward Northwest (10) Northwest (10)

International Baccalaureate Lansdowne Albemarle RoadRandolph (7) (10)

East MecklenburgHarding (5) (10)

Traditional Elizabeth Traditional (3) N/A (12) N/A (12)


World Languages (Spanish) Collinswood (10) Collinswood (10) South Mecklenburg

World Languages (Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Spanish) Waddell (10) Waddell (10) South Mecklenburg


Shamrock GardensIdlewildBarringer (2)

Albemarle RoadRandolph (7) (10)

East MecklenburgHarding (5) (10)

Montessori Chantilly Sedgefield N/A (12)

Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math Oakhurst McClintock (10)

Berry (10)East MecklenburgHawthorne (10)

School Options Programs by Transportation Zone


(1) Myers Park IB for Myers Park HS attendance boundary only.

(2) Barringer TD and Irwin TD – guarantee to Randolph or Piedmont, guarantee based on student’s residence magnet transportation zone.

Center City magnet feeder residents may apply to either.

(3) Students from the home high school boundaries of Ardrey Kell, Harding, Hopewell, Myers Park*, Olympic Community of Schools, South

Meck, West Charlotte and West Meck will receive transportation to Myers Park Traditional. Students from the home high school

boundaries of Butler, Hough, East Meck, Garinger, Independence, Mallard Creek, Rocky River, Myers Park*, North Meck, Providence

and Vance will receive transportation to Elizabeth Traditional. *Myers Park High School attendance area and Center City magnet feeder

residents may apply to either Elizabeth Traditional or Myers Park Traditional.

(4) Students must apply to Alexander (except Blythe IB and Violet transportation zone TD students in Mallard Creek LI/TD)

(5) Harding – county-wide, must apply. Harding is the IB high school for students whose home school is Olympic or Harding. Students

living in the Harding attendance boundary receive neighborhood transportation.

(6) East Mecklenburg is the IB high school for students whose home high school is Ardrey Kell or South Mecklenburg

(7) Piedmont and Randolph – half county-wide, must apply (except Barringer TD and Irwin TD, guarantee based upon student’s residence

magnet transportation zone; and Cotswold IB & Huntingtowne Farms IB Blue zone residents to Randolph. Center City magnet feeder

residents may apply to either.)

(8) Mallard Creek serves the Violet transportation zone and the Mallard Creek High School attendance boundary

(9) Coulwood serves the Grey transportation zone and students living in the Harding, Hopewell, West Charlotte and West Mecklenburg High

School attendance boundary.

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Application Checklist

Enroll in Charlotte-Mecklenburg SchoolsTo be eligible to participate in the lottery, students must be enrolled for the upcoming school year. Current CMS students do not need to take action to enroll. New students must enroll by January 12, 2015 to participate in the First Lottery and May 15, 2015 to participate in the Second Lottery. Students enrolled after May 15, 2015 will be assigned to their home school and may request placement in a school options program through the online Reassignment/Transfer process. Enrollment information can be found at www.cms.k12.nc.us/cmsdepartments/StudentPlacement.

Visit SchoolsThe best way to determine if a school or program is a good fit for your child is to take a look for yourself. Contact the school for open house dates or schedule a visit. A listing of available open house dates can be found at www.cms.k12.nc.us/magnets.

Attend the CMS School Options FairJoin us for our annual CMS School Options Fair to be held from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 10, 2015 at Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology located at 1430 Allegheny Street, Charlotte, NC 28208. The CMS School Options Fair will provide information from participating schools on upcoming school options programs for the 2015-2016 year. District office personnel will be available to answer questions and help families select a school options program.

Submit your CMS Online Lottery ApplicationAll current CMS students and newly enrolled future CMS students will be sent instruction letters with Student Identification and PIN numbers in late November 2014. These numbers will allow access to the student’s personalized, online Lottery Application form. Applicants must verify their current address, telephone number and acknowledge the Magnet Expectations Agreement, if applicable, in order to complete their Lottery Application. All applications must be submitted by the applicable deadline in order to be processed. Please keep your confirmation number for record of successful transmission. For families without internet access, CMS Learning Community offices and the Student Placement Office will have computer kiosks available. Families may also access computers at any local public library.

Applying to a School Options ProgramKEY DATES

Applying to a School Options ProgramAPPLICATION CHECKLIST

* For more information on the Reassignment/Transfer process, please see the Guidelines & Procedures section of this Guide or visit www.cms.k12.nc.us/cmsdepartments/StudentPlacement.

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Last week of Nov. 2014First Lottery Instruction letters begin arriving in homes for enrolled students

Second week of Feb. 2015First Lottery Notification letters begin arriving in homes

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Dec. 5, 2014 - Mar. 20, 2015Request for Reassignment* period for First Lottery

June 22 - July 16, 2015Request for Reassignment* period for the Second Lottery

Jan. 10, 2015School Options Fair at Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology (9 am to 1 pm)

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Second week of Mar. 2015Second Lottery Instruction letters begin arriving in homes for enrolled students

Dec. 5, 2014 - July 16, 2015Request for Transfer* period (current CMS students and students who future enrolled by January 12, 2015)

Jan. 26, 2015 at 10:00pmLast day for all students to apply for the First Lottery

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Applying to a School Options ProgramGUIDELINES & PROCEDURES


Future EnrollmentTo be eligible to participate in the lottery, students interested in attending a CMS school must be enrolled for the upcoming school year. Current CMS students do not need to take action to enroll. New students must enroll by the applicable lottery deadline. Enrollment information can be found at www.cms.k12.nc.us/cmsdepartments/StudentPlacement.

TransportationTransportation will be provided for school options programs if the program serves the student’s identified transportation zone or is a county-wide magnet program. CMS provides different types of transportation service depending on the program selected. CMS has designated neighborhood stops located near a student’s residence and shuttle stops that may be a greater distance from a student’s residence. Families are responsible for transporting students to and from all designated stop locations. Eligibility for transportation and the type of transportation offered varies by program.

Entrance RequirementsAll students who apply for a program must meet any entrance requirements that may exist and agree to fulfill program requirements to remain enrolled in the program. Some programs require additional application materials. Please note, failure to complete the instruction steps in the correct order (if applicable) may result in a delay or inability to process a request.

Assessment Results North Carolina End of Grade/End of Course (EoG/EoC) results are not required for future students making application for placement in a school options program if currently: • attending a private or parochial school, • being home-schooled, or• living outside the state of North CarolinaIn these circumstances, the student must be at grade level and promoted at the end of the current year. The student will be held accountable for meeting established continuation requirements for the program in which the student is enrolled the coming school year.

Lottery PrioritiesPriorities for placement only apply to magnet schools. Priorities do not apply to the Early and Middle Colleges or the Automotive, Horticulture, Culinary, and Cosmetology programs. All students will be admitted to the school options program and school based upon a random number lottery. The lottery process will be conducted with the following priorities:

1. Students who live within the designated Magnet Proximity Area of a whole magnet school (typically a ⅓ mile radius around the school).

2. Students who live in the magnet transportation zone will be admitted in order of lottery number, so long as the maximum number of students admitted from any one elementary home school is proportional to the total number of potential applicants in the transportation zone.

3. All students who live in a magnet transportation zone will be admitted in order of lottery number.4. All students who live outside the magnet transportation zone will be admitted in order of lottery number

(transportation will not be provided).

Wait Pool/Wait ListA Wait Pool is established when there are more students than seats in a particular school options program. After all available seats in a program are assigned, all remaining applicants are automatically added to a wait pool. (Students are eligible for wait pool placement for their first choice lottery selection, only.) At the end of the Second Lottery, all wait pool applicants are placed, in order, on a wait list according to the random number assigned during the lottery process. Wait lists are accessed by schools in July. If a seat becomes available, the school will contact the next person on the wait list and offer them a seat. The student has an opportunity to accept or decline placement, so please make sure your phone number is current with CMS. The school will continue to contact students until all available seats are filled. There is no guarantee of placement from the wait list. All wait lists are dissolved at the end of the first academic quarter in October.

Sibling GuaranteeCMS guarantees younger siblings placement into the same school options program and school as older siblings through the lottery process, provided all entrance requirements and eligibility criteria are met. (CMS Board Policy regulation JCA-R). Siblings are recognized as students with the same residence.

For current CMS students, a younger sibling(s) or twin can be placed in the same program and school as a current CMS sibling. The younger sibling(s) must identify the same program and school the current CMS sibling attends as their first choice on their school options lottery application.

For families new to CMS, all siblings in a family can be placed in the same program and school. All siblings must identify the same program and school as their first choice on their school options lottery application.

For example:

• Example A: Suzy is currently in the 4th grade at Cotswold Elementary and part of the IB program. Her younger sibling, Kim, is starting kindergarten in the upcoming school year and Cotswold is her assigned home school. For Kim to receive a guaranteed continuation to Randolph IB Middle School like Suzy, she must specifically apply for the IB program at Cotswold in the lottery and meet all entrance and eligibility criteria.

• Example B: After finishing the 5th grade at First Ward Creative Arts, Marcus will enter the 6th grade at Northwest School of the Arts next year. Anthony, his younger sibling, is starting kindergarten next year and is interested in visual and performing arts. The sibling guarantee would not allow Anthony to attend First Ward Creative Arts because next year Marcus would no longer be attending the school.

• Example C: Tasha and Tonya are twins and just moved to the district. They are starting the 9th grade next year and want to attend Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology. Tasha would like to study at the Academy of Information Technology, while Tonya wants to study at the Academy of Engineering. The sibling guarantee would allow both Tasha and Tonya to attend Phillip O. Berry and study in their preferred programs. For purposes of the sibling guarantee, all of the courses of study offered at Phillip O. Berry are treated as one program. (The same applies for all languages offered at E.E. Waddell International Academy of Languages).

Siblings must meet any school options program entrance requirements or eligibility criteria. Additionally, the first admitted sibling must remain enrolled in the school for the entire year in order for the sibling guarantee to remain in effect for the other sibling(s). The sibling guarantee only operates in the school options lottery, so families must use the Online Lottery Application.



Staying Eligible for a School Options ProgramCONTINUATION REQUIREMENTS

Requests for Reassignment or TransferA family can make a request to be reassigned to a different school or program. Reassignment requests will be considered for one of the following reasons:

1. Request to attend the student’s home school - placement is guaranteed2. Child of CMS staff - placement is not guaranteed3. Medical and/or Health Condition of the student – requires completed CMS Medical Packet4. Extreme Hardship – requires written explanation and supporting documentation

Before submitting a request for reassignment, please consider the following:• Reassignment requests will not be accepted for schools on the Closed Schools for Reassignment list. Requests to

closed schools will be processed as transfers. • Students attending a school through reassignment must remain in good standing, adhering to the Code of Student

Conduct to remain at the school. • Transportation is only provided to schools that serve your transportation zone or to your home school. • A change in high school assignment may affect eligibility to participate in interscholastic athletics. For more

information, contact the CMS Athletic Department at 980-343-6980.

To request a reassignment, the family must first complete all steps necessary to meet the entrance requirements of the desired school options program. After all requirements have been met, the family completes the online Request for Reassignment/ Transfer form, which can be found at www.cms.k12.nc.us/cmsdepartments/StudentPlacement. If applicable, the family must also indicate that they have reviewed the Magnet Expectations Agreement for the desired program and submit the school’s letter of acknowledgement as supporting documentation to accompany the online Request for Reassignment/ Transfer form. Approved reassignment/transfer requests will cancel and void the student’s lottery application, lottery assignment, and wait pool/wait list placements, unless submitted and approved after July 1, 2015.

Important Notifications & DisclaimerPossible Changes to School Bell Schedules and TransportationCMS intends to provide all programs described in this guide. However, if serious budget constraints for the 2015-2016 school year occur, then bell schedules and transportation service may be subject to change. In this event, parent will be informed of the impending changes.

Address Changes May Void Lottery ApplicationA change of address will automatically void a submitted lottery application. After the family’s address has been updated, another lottery application reflecting the student’s new address may be submitted before the applicable lottery deadline to be considered during the lottery selection process.

Participation in the Second Lottery May Void First Lottery SelectionsThe Second Lottery application period is an opportunity to fill vacant seats remaining after the First Lottery. Families may participate in the Second Lottery application process, even if they have previously participated in the First Lottery, however, the First Lottery application (and wait pool position) will be automatically voided. Participation in the Second Lottery is best for families who are new to the district and/or who did not participate in the First Lottery or for families who have reconsidered school options and wish to make new choices for consideration.

Once students are admitted to a school options program in middle or high school, they are expected to participate in specific components, to enroll in required courses, and to pass the required courses. This section outlines the course requirements to remain in a school options program. Additional continuation requirements may be found in the Magnet Expectations Agreement for the desired program (if applicable).

Students in CMS school options programs are expected to fulfill minimum course requirements related to the school options theme in order to maintain active status and continue to the next grade level within the program (CMS Board Policy regulation JCA-R). Course requirements listed below are used in maintaining program eligibility for students.

Middle School Minimum Course Requirements

Students in grades 6-8 are expected to be enrolled in core courses (Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, Science) at each grade level appropriate for their program and participate in a minimum of one (1) or two (2) theme-related course(s) per year as designated by CMS course offerings and/or the school. School options theme-related course requirements for middle schools are listed below:

School Options Theme Middle School Grade(s) Theme related Course Requirements

World LanguagesCollinswoodOaklawnWaddell

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One (1) World Language (Chinese, French, German, Japanese or Spanish) ANDOne (1) Language Arts in target language (immersion students only)


Albemarle RoadJM AlexanderPiedmontRandolphRanson

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One (1) Language Acquisition (e.g. French, German or Spanish)

MYP students must be enrolled in all MYP courses for which they have the necessary prerequisites and be promoted to next grade level*

Global Studies, Leadership & Military Marie G. Davis 6-8One (1) Global Studies course ANDOne (1) World Language course

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)

CoulwoodKennedyJM MoreheadMcClintock

6-8One (1) Math course, One (1) Science course, AND One (1) STEM enrichment course

Visual & Performing Arts Northwest School of the Arts

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Frequently Asked Questions

High School Minimum Course Requirements

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World Languages

South MecklenburgWest Mecklenburg – Academy of International Languages

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Two (2) World Languages course per year

One (1) World Languages course per year


East MecklenburgHarding Myers Park North MecklenburgWest Charlotte

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One (1) Language Acquisition (e.g. French, German or Spanish)MYP students must be enrolled in all MYP courses for which they have the necessary prerequisites and be promoted to next grade level*

All coursework required for an IB Diploma**

Global Studies, Leadership & Military Marie G. Davis

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One (1) JROTC course per yearOne (1) World Languages course per year ANDOne (1) Honors level course per year

One (1) AP level course per year

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)

HawthorneNorth MecklenburgPhillip O. Berry Academy of Technology

9-12 One (1) Career Academy CTE course per year

Visual & Performing Arts Northwest School of the Arts

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Three (3) cultural arts electives per year

*IB Middle Years Program (IBMYP) Course Requirements (Grades 9 & 10)IBMYP students take MYP designated courses including: English, Math, Science, Individuals and Societies, World Language (Language Acquisition), Arts and Physical Education. To continue in the IB program, high school IBMYP students are required to: 1) progressively schedule their MYP course work in order to meet grade 11 prerequisite course entry criteria; 2) take a full MYP course load and pass at least three MYP courses each year; and, 3) be promoted to the next grade. In addition, tenth graders must complete the Personal Project.

**IB Diploma Program Course Requirements (Grades 11 & 12)IB Program students must complete coursework that will qualify them for the IB Diploma. Students earning the IB Diploma must successfully complete courses and examinations in six courses from five subject groups, concurrently over two years, as well as the core elements of the program (Theory of Knowledge, the extended essay, and Creativity, Action, Service hours). An IB Diploma candidate must successfully complete six IB courses and exams (three or four courses at Higher Level) and the Theory of Knowledge course.

How does the lottery work?The lottery is used to assign students to school options programs. The lottery runs on the following priorities:1. Students who live within the designated Magnet Proximity Area of a whole magnet school

(typically a ⅓ mile radius around the school).2. Students who live in the magnet transportation zone will be admitted in order of lottery number, so long

as the maximum number of students admitted from any one elementary home school is proportional to the total number of potential applicants in the transportation zone.

3. All students who live in a magnet transportation zone will be admitted in order of lottery number.4. All students who live outside the magnet transportation zone will be admitted in order of lottery number

(transportation will not be provided).

How is a wait pool different from a wait list?After all available seats have been assigned, any remaining applicants for a school options program are placed in a wait pool. That wait pool has no order. An order is not assigned until students are taken from the wait pool and placed on a wait list at the end of the second lottery using the random lottery numbers. Schools will fill any seats that become available from the wait list following the assigned order. There is no guarantee of placement from the wait list. All wait lists are dissolved at the end of the first academic quarter in October.

Why didn’t I get any of my options?Placement through the lottery is not guaranteed; it’s possible you were not assigned to any of the options you selected. Some programs have far more applicants than seats available, reducing the chances of winning a seat. Please note, seat availability is limited outside of transition grades (Kindergarten, grade 6 and grade 9). If not placed in the first option, a student is automatically placed in the wait pool of the first choice.

I didn’t get the school I wanted. Should I request reassignment?Requests for reassignment/transfer will only be considered for one of the following reasons:• Request to attend the student’s home school - placement is guaranteed• Child of CMS staff - placement is not guaranteed• Medical and/or Health Condition of the student – requires completed CMS Medical Packet• Extreme Hardship – requires written explanation and supporting documentation

I have been approved for a reassignment/transfer; does this remove me from my previous wait pool?Approved requests for reassignment/transfer will cancel and void the student’s lottery application, lottery assignment, and wait pool/wait list placements, unless submitted and approved after July 1, 2015.

Why are only certain schools listed on my application? Only schools that serve your transportation zone are listed on your application.

How can I apply to a school not listed on my application? Click the application link below the schools list to access codes for schools not listed. Enter the appropriate code into the option box. Transportation eligibility will be indicated after you register the option.

How do I know if I get bus transportation? After you enter the option code and register your option you will see YES or NO for transportation. You can cancel the option at that time if you wish.


Can I change my choices? Yes, you may submit a new application any time before the applicable lottery application deadline. Each time you submit a new application you should receive a new confirmation number. Please note, each new application voids the prior application and all prior selections.

Why am I ineligible for some schools/programs? You could be ineligible for any of the following reasons:-Student does not meet magnet program entrance requirements. (Examples: LI/TD programs require that students entering grades 3 – 5 be Talent Development (TD) certified in order to apply).-School options program prohibits entry at desired grade level. (Example: Language Immersion only allows student to apply through the lottery in grade Kindergarten. IB, Phillip O. Berry STEM, iMeck, North Meck Institute, and World Languages programs do not allow rising 11th or 12th graders to apply through the lottery). Students interested in these programs should apply through the Request for Reassignment/Transfer. For more information, visit the applicable program description section in this guide or www.cms.k12.nc.us/magnets

-IB programs at the high school level are available only to students from the appropriate transportation zone. (Example: North Meck IB serves students from the Violet Zone only; West Charlotte IB serves students from the Grey Zone only; East Meck IB serves students from the Green Zone, South Mecklenburg, and Ardrey Kell attendance areas only; Myers Park IB serves students from their attendance area only; Harding IB serves Harding and Olympic Community of Schools attendance areas and is available to students county-wide.)-School does not offer Exceptional Student service needed by student.

How do I know my choices were registered? You will receive a confirmation number. If you do not receive a confirmation number, your choices werenot registered.

Can I submit a Second Lottery Application if I participated in the First Lottery? Yes, families may participate in the Second Lottery application process, even if they have previously participated in the First Lottery, however, the First Lottery application (and wait list position) will be automatically voided. Participation in the Second Lottery is best for families who are new to the district and/or who did not participate in the First Lottery or for families who have reconsidered school options and wish to make new choices for consideration.

Why do some schools not offer school options programs for all grade levels at the school? Some schools may not offer school options programs at all grade levels. In some cases, the program is new and will be phasing in more grade levels in subsequent years (e.g. a STEM Middle school program may start offering only grade 6 for 2015-2016 with the plan to add grade 7 the following year until all grade levels are offered). In other cases, the program is offered at another school (duplicate program) for other grade levels for the current year.

My family moved to the district after the conclusion of the lottery process, can I still apply for a school options program? Students enrolled after the conclusion of the second lottery can submit a request to transfer to a school options program with available seats within 10 days of enrollment. For more information on the request for Reassignment/ Transfer process, please see the Guidelines & Procedures section of this Guide or visit www.cms.k12.nc.us/cmsdepartments/StudentPlacement.

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Charlotte Mecklenburg Schoolswww.cms.k12.nc.us School Options, Innovation & DesignSmith Family Center, Building D1600 Tyvola RoadCharlotte, NC 28210980.343.5030 / 980.343.5469 fax

Career and Technical Education (CTE)700 E. Stonewall StreetCharlotte, NC 28202980.343.5686 / 980.343.6202 fax

Magnet ProgramsSmith Family Center, Building D1600 Tyvola RoadCharlotte, NC 28210980.343.5030 / 980.343.5469 [email protected]/magnets Student PlacementSmith Family Center, Building E1600 Tyvola RoadCharlotte, NC 28210980.343.5335 / 980.343.5661 [email protected]

Business & Entrepreneurship

North Mecklenburg High11201 Old Statesville RoadHuntersville, NC 28078980.343.3840 / 980.343.3845 fax Middle Colleges

Cato Middle College8120 Grier RoadCharlotte, NC 28215980.343.1452 / 980.343.1453 fax

Middle College at Harper315 W Hebron StreetCharlotte, NC 28273 980.343.9437 / 980.343.2432 fax

Middle College at Levine2728 Campus Ridge RoadMatthews, NC 28105980.343.9437 / 980.343.2432 fax

Early College

Charlotte Early Engineering CollegeUNC Charlotte Research Institute Campus9201 University City Blvd.Charlotte, NC 28223980.343.5686 / 980-343-2517 fax Global Studies, Leadership & Military

Marie G. Davis3351 Griffith StreetCharlotte, NC 28203980.343.0006 / 980.343.1735 fax Blended & Virtual Learning

iMeck AcademyCochrane6200 Starhaven DriveCharlotte, NC 28215980.343.6460 / 980.343.6521 fax

Performance Learning Center*e-Learning Academy1400 North Graham StreetCharlotte, NC 28206980.343.1118 | 980.343.1117 fax*New location for 2015-2016 school year 2300 West Sugar Creek Road Charlotte, NC 28262 International Baccalaureate

Albemarle Road Middle6900 Democracy DriveCharlotte, NC 28212980.343.6420 / 980.343.6501 fax J.M. Alexander Middle12201 Hambright RoadHuntersville, NC 28078980.343.3830/ 980.343.3851 fax Blythe Elementary12202 Hambright RoadHuntersville, NC 28078980.343.5770 / 980.343.5766 fax Cotswold Elementary300 Greenwich RoadCharlotte, NC 28211980.343.6720 / 980.343.6739 fax

East Mecklenburg High6800 Monroe RoadCharlotte, NC 28212980.343.6430 / 980.343.6437 fax

Harding University High2001 Alleghany StreetCharlotte, NC 28208980.343.6007 / 980.343.6015 fax Huntingtowne Farms Elementary2520 Huntingtowne Farms LaneCharlotte, NC 28210980.343.3625 / 980.343.3731 fax Lansdowne Elementary6400 Prett CourtCharlotte NC 28270980.343.6733 / 980.343.6747 fax Myers Park High2400 Colony RoadCharlotte, NC 28209980.343.5800 / 980.343.5803 fax North Mecklenburg High11201 Old Statesville RoadHuntersville, NC 28078980.343.3840 / 980.343.3845 fax Piedmont Middle1241 E. 10th StreetCharlotte, NC 28204980.343.5435 / 980.343.5557 fax Randolph Middle4400 Water Oak RoadCharlotte, NC 28211980.343.6700 / 980.343.6741 fax Ranson Middle5850 Statesville RoadCharlotte, NC 28269980.343.6800 / 980.343.6796 fax Statesville Road Elementary5833 Milhaven LaneCharlotte, NC 28269980.343.6815 / 980.343.6794 fax West Charlotte High2219 Senior DriveCharlotte, NC 28216980.343.6060 / 980.343.6049 fax

Learning Immersion/Talent Development

Barringer Academic Center1546 Walton RoadCharlotte, NC 28208980.343.5533 / 980.343.5603 fax Idlewild Elementary7101 Idlewild RoadCharlotte, NC 28212980.343.6411 / 980.343.6499 fax Irwin Academic Center329 N. Irwin AvenueCharlotte, NC 28202980.343.5480 / 980.343.5574 fax Mallard Creek Elementary9801 Mallard Creek RoadCharlotte, NC 28262980.343.3980 / 980.343.3984 fax Shamrock Gardens Elementary3301 Country Club DriveCharlotte, NC 28205980.343.6440 / 980.343.6513 fax Tuckaseegee Elementary2028 Little Rock RoadCharlotte, NC 28214980.343.6055 / 980.343.6128 fax

Montessori

Chantilly Montessori701 Briar Creek RoadCharlotte, NC 28205980.343.0692 / 980.343.0694 fax Highland Mill Montessori3201 Clemson AvenueCharlotte, NC 28205980.343.5525 / 980.343.5589 fax

Park Road Montessori3701 Haven DriveCharlotte, NC 28209980.343.5830 / 980.343.5858 fax

Sedgefield Middle2700 Dorchester PlaceCharlotte, NC 28209980.343.5840 / 980.343.5862 fax

Trillium Springs Montessori9213 Beatties Ford RoadHuntersville, NC 28078980.343.6095 / 980.343.6144 fax

STEM / STEAM

Coulwood Middle School500 Kentberry DriveCharlotte, NC 28214980.343.6030 / 980.343.6142 fax Hawthorne Academy of Health Sciences*2300 West Sugar Creek RoadCharlotte, NC 28262980.343.6011 / 980.343.5609 fax*New location for 2015-2016 school year1411 Hawthorne LaneCharlotte, NC 28205

Kennedy Middle School4000 Gallant LaneCharlotte, NC 28273980.343.5540 | 980.343.5412 fax

McClintock Middle School1925 Rama RoadCharlotte, NC 28212980.343.6425 / 980.343.6509 fax

J.M. Morehead STEM Academy7810 Neal RoadCharlotte, NC 28262980.343.5775 / 980.343.5781 fax

North Mecklenburg High11201 Old Statesville RoadHuntersville, NC 28078980.343.3840 / 980.343.3845 fax

Oakhurst Elementary4511 Monroe RoadCharlotte, NC 28205980.344.7130/980.344.1468 fax Palisades Park Elementary15321 York RoadCharlotte, NC 28278980.343.9895 | 980.343.2453 fax Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology1430 Alleghany StreetCharlotte, NC 28208980.343.5992 / 980.343.5994 fax

Traditional

Elizabeth Traditional1601 Park DriveCharlotte, NC 28204980.343.5475 / 980.343.5474 fax Myers Park Traditional2132 Radcliff AvenueCharlotte, NC 28207980.343.5522 / 980.343.5518 fax

Visual & Performing Arts

First Ward Creative Arts Academy715 N. Caldwell StreetCharlotte, NC 28202980.343.5485 / 980.343.5587 fax

Northwest School of the Arts1415 Beatties Ford RoadCharlotte, NC 28216980.343.5500 / 980.343.5593 fax University Park Creative Arts2400 Hildebrand StreetCharlotte, NC 28216980.343.5178 / 980.343.5182 fax World Languages & Language Immersion

Collinswood Language Academy4000 Applegate RoadCharlotte, NC 28209980.343.5820 / 980.343.5850 fax Oaklawn Language Academy1810 Oaklawn AvenueCharlotte, NC 28216980.343.0400 / 980.343.0410 fax

South Mecklenburg High8900 Park RoadCharlotte, NC 28210980.343.3600 / 980.343.3607 fax

E.E. Waddell Language Academy7030 Nations Ford RoadCharlotte, NC 28217980.343.5815 / 980.343.5854 fax West Mecklenburg High7400 Tuckaseegee RoadCharlotte, NC 28214980.343.6080 / 980.343.6079 fax

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Magnet Programs OfficePhone: 980-343-5030

[email protected]/magnets

Career and Technical Education OfficePhone: 980-343-5686

www.cms.k12.nc.us/cmsdepartments/ci/cte/Pages/

Student Placement Office1600 Tyvola Road

Charlotte, NC 28210Phone: 980-343-5335

[email protected]/cmsdepartments/StudentPlacement

School Options, Innovation & DesignPhone: 980-343-5030

www.cms.k12.nc.us/cmsdepartments/schoptions/pages

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